“This year we bring in what is hailed by chefs as the diamond of the kitchen—the truffle,” Guilas said. “It is said to be the most expensive food ingredient in the world with certain varieties that cost up to $10,000 per pound.”

The highly prized culinary gem adds a layer of flavor and taste to all sorts of dishes. Truffles can turn ordinary food like potatoes, pasta and pizza into gourmet creations. Truffles have a musty, earthy and sweet taste and are quite pungent and mushroomy.

“For the festival, all the truffles were flown in from France and Italy,” added Guilas.

Red Crab Alimango House’s Garlic Crab with Truffled Mushroom Rice

Truffles delight

During the press preview, all seven restaurants, including RWM’s signature French fine dining outlet, Impressions, presented their truffle-infused dishes intended to bring diners to a whole new level of indulgence. Each dish was even rated by the media to add fun to the event.

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